AirPort Extreme A1521 Fan Replacement

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Rotate the internal structure so that the white ports are facing away from you.
Three 8.2mm T8 Torx screws connect the fan to the internal structure. Unscrew all three.
Don’t lose the rubber grommets underneath the screws. These prevent you from damaging the device while dismantling it.

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